Serving 523 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Germantown Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Germantown Elementary serves the southeast part of Germantown, TN, covering an area of approximately 10.3 square miles. Most families within the attendance zone can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Germantown Elementary School's student population of 523 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
523 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
40 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. View full 11-year historical data
School Rankings
Germantown Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Germantown Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#788 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Black
75%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
White
5%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.3%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Germantown Elementary School's ranking?
Germantown Elementary School is ranked #788 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Germantown Elementary School?
523 students attend Germantown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Germantown Elementary School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Germantown Elementary School offer ?
Germantown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Germantown Elementary School part of?
Germantown Elementary School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
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